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Academic Programs International API provides living, travel, educational, and cultural opportunities for U.S. students in countries such as Argentina, Costa Rica, England, France, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Poland and Spain.
Academic Studies Abroad Sponsors summer study abroad programs in a wide range of countries, with small programs that help students to integrate into a country's culture.
Advanced Studies in England This program provides single semester, full year and summer courses for US undergraduates in the world-heritage city of Bath, England.
Arcadia University Study abroad programs for undergraduate and graduate students, special focus study and research programs for freshmen, undergraduates and graduates, academic degree programs, certificate programs, co-curricular learning initiatives, academic research opportunities, internship programs, faculty and student exchanges, and service learning projects.
BCA Abroad Since 1962, BCA Study Abroad has been committed to helping students understand the complexities of the contemporary world by providing challenging academic programs and cross-cultural learning in locations around the globe.
Boston University Study Abroad Boston University Study Abroad offers a variety of academic and internship programs in more than 30 cities on six continents.
Center for International Studies Hosts an online database of international educational programs by country, university or academic area.
CET CET offers semester and summer study abroad programs in China, the Czech Republic, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Syria and Vietnam, as well as short-term, customized programs worldwide.
Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE) Information on study, work and travel abroad.
Danish Institute for Study Abroad Danish Institute for Study Abroad is a government-recognized, high-quality study abroad program established in 1959.
The Education Abroad Network Specializing in the Asia Pacific region, Education Abroad aims to create a great experience for every student while they earn academic credit while living, studying and engaging with another culture.
GoAbroad.com Provides a comprehensive directory of international volunteer, internship, and work opportunities.
IES Abroad IES Abroad is a not-for-profit organization that offers semester study abroad, academic year study abroad, January term study abroad, and summer study abroad. Internships abroad are also available.
IFSA - Butler The Institute for Study Abroad, Butler University (IFSA-Butler) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1988.
International Honors Program Programs focus on critical global issues in specific geographical and cultural contexts using an interdisciplinary approach. Topics covered often cross these designations, and coursework may be applicable to a range of academic departments.
Interstudy For over 30 years, Interstudy has helped college students in the United States and Canada study abroad and realize their dream of participating in an international experience.
ISA Abroad Study abroad sites include cities in Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, England, France, Italy, Jordan, México, Morocco, Peru, and Spain.
Learning Abroad Center The University of Minnesota's Learning Abroad Center, a comprehensive resource for study abroad programs as well as working, volunteering or getting an internship abroad.
SACI - Florence SACI offers five different study programs: Academic Year Abroad, Academic Semester Abroad, BGSU MFA Program, Post-Baccalaureate Program, and Summer Studies.
School for Field Studies SFS creates transformative study abroad experiences through field-based learning and research.
SIT Study Abroad This organization has study abroad opportunities for nearly every region and every interest, including the arts, gender studies, and global health.
Study Abroad Italy Study Abroad Italy (SAI) has provided students with cultural and educational experiences abroad in Italy, and now also in London.
StudyOverseas Comprehensive information for students considering study in another country including databases of colleges seeking international students, newsletter, country advice and articles on international education.
Transitions Abroad List of compiled study abroad programs broken down by continent with financial aid resources.
U.S. Study Abroad Programs From the U.S. Department of State, this site provides complete information on finding schools and financial assistance.

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CIA World Factbook Country information from the CIA, updated frequently.
Cultural Etiquette Around the World This global portal for diplomats includes in-depth info on cultural etiquette in a wide range of countries.
IMF Country Information The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization of 188 countries, working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world.
Library of Congress Country Studies Description and analysis of the historical setting, social, economic, political, and national security systems of countries throughout the world.
OECD The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development promotes policies to improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. Their website is a good source of economic, financial and societal information.
U.S. Census Bureau International Data Base This U.S. Government resources provides summary demographic information for 227 countries and areas of the world.
U.S. Department of State: Countries and Regions Includes country overviews and travel information for most countries and regions of the world.

The Center for Global Education’s Study Abroad Student Handbook: Reverse Culture Shock One of the biggest challenges for students who participate in study abroad can be the difficulty in re–adapting to the realities in the United States (otherwise known as "re–entry").
How to Market Your Experience Abroad From the University of Colorado Denver, this site offers advice for capturing Study Abroad experience on a resume.
Life After Study Abroad Now that you're back stateside, you should feel right at home, but some things are a bit off. Learn the signs of re-entry shock, how to cope, and how to keep your international experience alive.
Marketing Your Study Abroad Experience From Willamette University, this site includes tips for including study abroad in your résumé, cover letters and job interviews.
What's in a Story? Talking about Study Abroad at Interviews Good advice from Kevin J.F. Murphy, Italy Academic Dean & Campus Director for CEA Study Abroad Programs.
What's Up With Culture? From Pacific University, this material was developed to support and enhance a student’s ability to make successful cultural adjustments both before going overseas and upon returning home from studying abroad.